9 Days Lake Eyasi, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, Lake Natron
Overview
This 9 Days Tanzania Safari combines incredible wildlife viewing, authentic cultural experiences, and some of Northern Tanzania’s most spectacular landscapes. The journey takes you to Lake Eyasi, Ngorongoro Crater, Northern Serengeti, and Lake Natron, offering a unique blend of safari adventure and cultural discovery.
At Lake Eyasi, you will spend time with the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes, gaining insight into one of Africa’s last remaining hunter-gatherer communities. Learn about their traditional way of life, hunting techniques, and deep connection to the land that has sustained them for thousands of years.
The safari continues to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater and the vast plains of the Northern Serengeti, where you will enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing and have the opportunity to witness the Great Migration during the migration season. The adventure concludes at the remote and dramatic Lake Natron, home to thousands of flamingos, stunning Rift Valley scenery, waterfalls, and the active volcano Ol Doinyo Lengai. This safari is perfect for travelers seeking a combination of wildlife, culture, and off-the-beaten-path experiences in Tanzania.
Travel
9 Days, 4 Parks
Accommodation
8 Nights
Accommodation
8 Nights
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 1: ARUSHA - LAKE EYASI
We will pick you up from your hotel in Arusha to commence your drive to Lake Eyasi (approximately 5 hour drive, with a lunchbox provided). This afternoon you can meet the Datoga tribe, famous for being the ‘blacksmiths of Tanzania’. Later in the afternoon your guide can talk you for a walking safari around the edge of the lake, spotting out for some of the beautiful birdlife for which Lake Eyasi is famous. You will have dinner prepared by your safari chef and overnight at Lake Eyasi campsite.
Accommodation
Luxury: Kisima Ngeda Tented Camp/ Ziwani lodge
Mid-range: Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge.
Budget Camping: Lake Eyasi Campsite
DAY 2: TRACK THE HADZABE BUSHMEN – NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA
Following an early breakfast you will take a walk through the scattered bush to the Bushmen’s home, accompanied by your guide and a local guide that is able to translate the language of the Hadzabe tribe, which the bushmen belong to. The Hadzabe bushmen live in groups divided into approximately 10 families and they are very welcoming to visitors. You will be able to experience their typical bush life including their unique style of hunting for a variety of game meat as well as rodents, insects, roots and leaves.
They sleep in caves, without fear of the wild animals that may pass by the in the night. After spending the morning with the Hadzabe you will have lunch before heading off to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive on the edge of the crater rim to recommended Lodge or Campsite. No doubt after an early start this morning you will turn yourselves in early following dinner.
Accommodation
Luxury: Melia lodge /Ngongoro Creater Lodge/ Nomad Tanzania lodge.
Mid-range: Lions paw Lodge /Ngorongoro Serena lodge/ Sopa Lodge.
Budget Camping: Simba camp.
DAY 3: NGORONGORO CRATER - SERENGETI NP
Another early start this morning to descend into the Crater floor for a game drive when the wildlife are most active (don’t worry we always have coffee at the ready!). Here in this wonderful caldera you may see lions, leopard, buffalo, elephant, black rhino, zebra, hippo, wildebeest, hyena and more! Your lunch will be served at the picnic site in the crater- Ngoitoktok swamp- you will be able to eat your lunch alongside the hippos in the pool! Mid-afternoon you will ascend the crater to drive through to Serengeti National Park, Dinner and Overnight at our recommended lodge or campsite at central Serengeti.
Accommodation
Luxury: Baobab camp/ Kubu-kubu Tented lodge/ Nyikani camp.
Mid-range: Tukaone camp/ Kati-kati tented camp/ Serengeti Sound of Silence.
Budget Camping: Nyani Camp.
DAY 4: CENTRAL SERENGETI
The Serengeti’s name means ‘endless plains’ – there is definitely plenty to explore. The central region is well known for being a great place to spot big cats as well as plenty of other wildlife. Enjoy a full day game drive in this region, with a lunchbox provided. Return to camp or Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation
Luxury: Baobab camp/ Kubu-kubu Tented lodge/ Nyikani camp.
Mid-range: Tukaone camp/ Kati-kati tented camp/ Serengeti Sound of Silence.
Budget Camping: Nyani Camp.
DAY 5: CENTRAL SERENGETI – NORTH SERENGETI
Drive up to the Northern Serengeti region, where the huge herds of wildebeest and zebra are likely to be around this time of year July, August, September. Your driver will find out where they are to give you the best chances of witnessing this wildlife spectacle. You will overnight at our recommended Lodge or Campsite, in the Northern region of Serengeti National Park.
Accommodation
Luxury: Mara Mara tented / Singita lodge/ Nyikani Camp.
Mid-range: Serengeti north camp/ Neptune Serengeti camp/ Mara river camp.
Budget Camping: Lobo camp.
DAY 6: FULL DAY NORTH SERENGETI
Another full day in the Serengeti to explore the northern region. In case the herds are further west you will have time for a game drive to reach them before returning for dinner and overnight at our recommended Lodge or Campsite.
Accommodation
Luxury: Mara Mara tented / Singita lodge/ Nyikani Camp.
Mid-range: Serengeti north camp/ Neptune Serengeti camp/ Mara river camp.
Budget Camping: Lobo camp.
DAY 7: NORTH SERENGETI – NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA
Following breakfast hop into the car to drive through to Lake Natron, passing through the Serengeti and some wonderfully remote wilderness areas. You can have the option this evening to climb the still active volcano Oldoinyo – Lengai (the mountain of God, for the Maasai living in the area. The climb begins shortly before midnight therefore you may wish to have a few hours sleep in the evening, or just settle in to the campsite or lodge and enjoy the surrounding views (if not climbing). For those taking the trek, be prepared for a steep and challenging hike but rewarded when reaching the summit at sunrise for amazing views.
Accommodation
Luxury: Lake Natron Camp
Mid-range: Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge
Budget Camping: Lake Natron Maasai Guest House/ Masai giraffe eco camp
DAY 8: LAKE NATRON
Head down to the lake to witness this site famous for flamingo breeding (normally between August – October), or head off on a hike to the waterfalls or surrounding village areas. Your guide may be able to arrange a visit to a Maasai boma if you wish this day . We don’t like to guarantee a visit as we don’t want to intrude on their way of life, but if they are happy to welcome guests this day you can learn more about their pastoral way of life. You will be back to your recommended loge/camp for dinner and overnight
Accommodation
Luxury: Lake Natron Camp
Mid-range: Maasai Giraffe Eco Lodge
Budget Camping: Lake Natron Maasai Guest House/ Masai giraffe eco camp
DAY 9: LAKE NATRON – ARUSHA
Following breakfast at the you will commence your drive back to Arusha arrive at 3pm for dinner and overnight at your accommodation if departing, we can arrange transportation to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha airport.
Included in cost:
- Pick up and drop off from the Kilimanjaro Airport/Arusha aiport.
- One night accommodation at Arusha for arrival.
- Accommodation during safari.
- Extended 4 x 4 luxury safari jeep with pop up roof for game viewing
- Professional safari English speaking guide (different languages on request)
- Professional safari cook (Baget Safari)
- Three meals a day on safari.
- Binoculair
- Vehicle supplement fee for all parks
- All park fees
- 18% VAT to our entrance fees.
The price does not include
- Costs of a personal nature.
- Tips to your driver/guide suring safari.
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Visa, flight ticket.
- Insurance.
- Last night after Safari.
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